News Friday, September 18, 2026
Weekly Analysis

Candidou pushes for Olympiacos as Lorient hold firm

The summer window doesn't wait, and Olympiacos are learning that lesson through two parallel transfer sagas, one moving fast, the other stuck in a familiar Mediterranean standoff. The week's defining story is Noah Candidou. The Lorient midfielder wants Olympiacos, and Olympiacos want him. That much is settled.…

Malmö FF Dam drop points as the club sharpens its edges

The week belonged to Malmö FF Dam, and not in the way anyone hoped. A flat restart against Eskilstuna United, a score draw that should have been three points, leaves the women's team in 4th place and the SM-guld trajectory suddenly looking precarious.…
Olympiacos chase Cadiou as summer rebuild accelerates

Olympiacos are pushing to sign Lorient midfielder Noah Cadiou, 27, according to reports out of Greece. The Frenchman is a serious target as the club looks to rebuild its midfield this summer.…

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AIK Women demolish Djurgården 3–0 in the derby
AIK Women crushed Djurgården 3–0 in the derby at Skytteholm on Saturday. A statement win that leaves no room for debate.…
Malmö FF Dam held to draw by Eskilstuna United
Malmö FF Dam dropped points in Damallsvenskan on Sunday, held to a draw by Eskilstuna United. Ellen Schampi and Miljana Ivanovic were among those who featured, but the team could not find a winner.…
Barcola untouchable as PSG draw hard line and U19s take the title
Your captain and your right-back faced off Sunday as Brazil and Morocco drew 1–1 in Group C. Marquinhos captained Brazil, while Achraf Hakimi started for Morocco.…
Nunn played with fractured ribs as Panathinaikos lose Game 5
Kendrick Nunn took the floor in the decisive Game 5 against Olympiacos with a fractured rib. He went straight to hospital after the final buzzer at SEF.…
Inter open talks with Real Madrid for Nico Paz
Inter have opened a direct channel with Real Madrid for Nico Paz, with Beppe Marotta sending sporting director Dario Baccin to the Spanish capital to explore a deal. The 21-year-old Argentine midfielder, currently on loan at Como, is valued at around €25 million and Real Madrid hold a buyback clause that expires in 2027.… Follow your club One daily brief about your team, in your inbox every morning. Free. Subscribe →
Callum Osmand to stay as Celtic reject West Ham interest
Celtic will not entertain offers for Callum Osmand this summer, with Martin O'Neill determined to keep the young striker at Parkhead despite West Ham circling. Osmand enjoyed a breakthrough season following his arrival from Fulham, scoring a title-clinching goal that helped secure the Premiership crown.…
Kenan Yıldız subject to €100M Arsenal bid as Juventus brace for summer battle
Arsenal have put €100M on the table for Kenan Yıldız. That is the number coming out of Spain and Turkey this morning, and it would be a Premier League record for a Turkish player if Yıldız says yes.…
Trossard close to Besiktas move as Arsenal step up summer chase
Leandro Trossard looks to be on his way out. Besiktas are working on a deal to sign the Belgian for just over £17m this summer.…
Ozdoev contract talks stall as Lucescu uncertainty bites
Magomed Ozdoev's contract talks with PAOK have stalled, and the situation is growing urgent. The Russian midfielder's current deal is winding down, and negotiations are stuck largely because of the uncertainty surrounding Răzvan Lucescu's future at the club.…
Dybala stalls on Roma renewal as contract runs down
Paulo Dybala has cast serious doubt over his Roma future, admitting he has not yet decided whether to sign a renewal with his contract expiring at the end of this month. Speaking openly, Dybala said "everything is possible, in football you never know" and suggested even a return to his boyhood club Instituto could be on the table, while Boca Juniors and Juventus are also circling.…
Saibari scores World Cup stunner as Bayern transfer talks loom
Ismael Saibari just made your summer transfer window a lot more interesting. The PSV midfielder scored a spectacular goal for Morocco in their 1–1 World Cup opener against Brazil on Saturday, and Bayern were watching closely.…
Cucurella dismisses Atletico links as Alonso arrival looms
Marc Cucurella has shot down the Atletico Madrid noise himself, insisting he's going nowhere. The left-back addressed the rumours directly, pointing to the fact Xabi Alonso is arriving on July 1 as a reason to stay put.…
Vini rescues Brazil, Endrick benched in World Cup opener
Vinícius Júnior scored a stunning equalizer as Brazil drew 1–1 with Morocco in their World Cup opener on Saturday. Morocco took the lead through Ismael Saibari, assisted by Brahim Diaz, before Vini pulled Brazil level with what Brazilian commentators called a moment of pure individual brilliance.…
AIK women crush Djurgården 3–0 in Stockholm derby
Your AIK women absolutely ran Djurgården off the pitch Saturday, taking the Stockholm derby 3–0 in front of their home crowd at Skytteholm. This was dominance from start to finish, three goals, no reply, and bragging rights firmly in your corner.…
United chase US midfielder as West Ham crisis opens Fernandes door
United are seriously considering a move for a USA international midfielder who one top source describes as "hugely industrious" and "better than Rodri." He spent time at Leeds United earlier in his career and has developed into a dominant force. With the summer window now open, this is exactly the profile United need to finally fix the engine room.…
Elliot Anderson on City's radar as summer rebuild takes shape
Manchester City are tracking Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, with the 23-year-old emerging as a concrete target as the club reshapes its squad under incoming head coach Enzo Maresca. The interest comes as City prepare for a summer rebuild following Pep Guardiola's departure, and Anderson's Premier League experience makes him an appealing option for a midfield that needs refreshing.…
Olympiacos finish fourth as Vrousai enters right-back frame
Olympiacos fell to Ferencváros in the Champions League third-place match on Saturday. The scoreline has not been officially confirmed, but the defeat means your team finishes fourth in the competition.…
Malmö FF Women draw at Eskilstuna in Damallsvenskan restart
Malmö FF Women dropped points in their Damallsvenskan restart, settling for a draw against Eskilstuna United. Ellen Schampi and Miljana Ivanovic were among those involved as your side failed to secure the win needed to keep pace at the top.…
PSG celebrate back-to-back Champions League titles as Barcola asks out
PSG are European champions again. Your team beat Arsenal in the Champions League final on May 30, 1–1 after extra time and 4–3 on penalties.…
Inter battle Juventus for €30M defender, Legends fall at the Bernabéu
Inter are going head-to-head with Juventus for a 23-year-old centre-back valued at €30 million. fichajes.net report both clubs have identified the defender as a priority target, setting up a tug-of-war between the two rivals.…
Van Drongelen bid rejected as Samsunspor demand €9–10m
Panathinaikos have had their opening offer for Ricky van Drongelen knocked back, with Turkish side Samsunspor holding out for €9–10 million for the Dutch centre-back. No second bid has been submitted yet, but the gap between the clubs is clear.…